Gratefulness

We had some problems this weekend with ungratefulness and rudeness. This has been coming on for awhile, and I should have been more diligent to stop the behavior before it happened in public and with our dear friends.

Hubby sat us all down and had a talk with us. Everyone was crying except Little Boy, and even he looked really concerned. He talked about people who barely have the necessities of life, and how we have WAY more than we need. Though we have always had some struggles financially we have an abundance.

I was so proud of Hubby. He was so cool, even though he was angry about the behaviors. He suggested we take some items of need to a homeless shelter, so the children can see how some people are living. He tried to get across to them that WE could be in that same spot. Jobs are not secure. It's unlikely at this point we would end up on the street, as Hubby is able-bodied and we have family that would take us in if necessary. But the point is, it could happen, as it has happened to many across the country.

We also decided it was necessary for the children not to spend so much time unsupervised. Granted they are old enough to do most anything that need be done, and to take care of themselves and youngers, however they are still in training. They still need correction. One in particular just needs constant reminders to smile. The girls will still be needed to babysit once in a while, and will still have some free time to be alone, but it has been cut drastically. Saturday and Sunday they were allowed one hour to play quietly in their room while Daddy, Mommy, and Little Boy took a nap.

I need to remember also to show gratefulness in front the children. Thanking God for all things needs to be done out loud, in front of the children so they can see how it's done. Joy comes from the LORD, from thanksgiving in all He does; for provisions and ailments alike; all are done for our benefit. God has blessed us in so many ways. It is time to rejoice aloud in all things. Praise ye the LORD, Hallelujah!